Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz
Overview
Geoffrey W. Krampitz, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO is a fellowship-trained pancreatic cancer surgeon and hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgical oncologist specializing in the surgical treatment of pancreatic cancer, pancreatic tumors, liver tumors, and bile duct cancer. He serves as Chair of the Department of Surgery at Sutter Health Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame, California, and practices within the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Dr. Krampitz’s clinical practice focuses on pancreatic cancer surgery, including pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure), distal pancreatectomy, and complex pancreatic tumor resection, as well as surgery for liver tumors and other gastrointestinal cancers. His approach integrates advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques with multidisciplinary cancer care.
He earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University and completed his MD-PhD training at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed general surgery residency at Stanford followed by fellowship training in Complex General Surgical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Dr. Krampitz has authored peer-reviewed research in surgical oncology and tumor biology. Additional patient education resources about pancreatic cancer surgery and the Whipple procedure are available at www.krampitzsurgery.com.
Dr. Krampitz is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Dr. Krampitz is board certified in Surgery Cancer Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Krampitz is currently accepting new patients.
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1501 Trousdale Drive, Building B, Floor 5, Burlingame, CA 94010
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz by calling their office at 650-652-8787. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz a top-rated expert for Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz is classified as an Advanced expert for Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz specialize in?
While Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-652-8787 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Krampitz isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Zollinger-Ellison SyndromeDr. Krampitz isAdvanced. Learn about Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
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- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- HerniaDr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1Dr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Krampitz isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.